Politics

Bangladesh is heading toward a major political transition after the Bangladesh Nationalist Party secured a decisive two thirds majority in the 2026 parliamentary elections. Party chief Tarique Rahman is now expected to become the country’s next Prime Minister following a landslide mandate from voters.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Tarique Rahman following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s sweeping election victory. The call highlighted India’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties amid a major political transition in Bangladesh.

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has dismissed claims made by Rahul Gandhi linking his name to the Epstein files during a fiery Lok Sabha session. Puri explained his limited interactions with the late financier were strictly professional and unrelated to any criminal charges, intensifying the political debate ahead of the Budget session.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has reignited the controversy over former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane’s unpublished memoir by citing a 2023 social media post to dispute Penguin Random House India’s claim that the book has not been released, deepening political tensions ahead of ongoing parliamentary sessions.

In a notable political development during the Budget Session of Parliament, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has opted not to immediately back the opposition’s no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. TMC leaders have called for a formal grievance notice to be sent first, seeking corrective action before escalating the issue to a motion, highlighting…

Delhi Police have registered a First Information Report after an unauthorised pre-print copy of former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane’s yet-to-be-published memoir allegedly began circulating online, prompting concerns over security clearances and potential breaches of protocol.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi fiercely criticized the opposition in the Rajya Sabha, saying slogans like “Modi teri kabr khudegi” show extreme animosity. Modi said his government’s work for a stronger India will continue despite political attacks.

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has accused Mumbai University of withdrawing his invitation to a cultural event at the final hour without explanation or apology. Shah has also challenged claims that he refused to attend and suggested the decision may be tied to his outspoken views.

After nearly a year under central administration, President’s Rule in Manipur has been officially rescinded. Senior BJP leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh has taken oath as the new Chief Minister, marking the return of an elected government in the violence-impacted northeastern state.

Rahul Gandhi’s controversial remark calling Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu a “traitor” triggered a political firestorm on Wednesday. The jab not only ignited verbal retaliation from BJP leaders but also led to protest demonstrations near the Congress headquarters on Akbar Road, underscoring deepening tensions in Indian politics.